2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · CP61 MLZ

The vehicle presents a concerning downward trend in structural integrity despite passing its most recent MOT on 12 June 2025. While the car maintained a clean record between June 2021 and June 2023, the subsequent two testing cycles show a clear progression of corrosion. The tester identified worsening oxidation affecting the front sub-frame, rear sub-frame, and both front suspension arms. The most recent inspection at 28,653 miles escalated these concerns by flagging a corroded nearside front brake pipe covered in grease, alongside corrosion on the rear axle and mounting points. The mileage profile indicates extremely low usage for a 2011 model, averaging just under 2,000 miles per year. The recorded distance grew from 23,082 miles in June 2021 to 28,653 miles in June 2025. This pattern of minimal road use often correlates with vehicles being stored in damp environments or left stationary for long periods, which likely contributes to the accelerating surface and structural corrosion seen in the recent MOT history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough underside inspection to assess the depth of the reported corrosion. The recurring advisories regarding the sub-frames and suspension arms suggest that while the vehicle currently meets minimum standards, the structural oxidation is spreading. Particular attention should be paid to the rear axle mounting points and the condition of the brake pipes to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level to a point that threatens the vehicle's long-term integrity. The presence of grease on the corroded brake pipe may have been used to mask the extent of the decay, so a physical scrape-test of the metal is necessary.